James H. Gibson Jr.

James H. Gibson Jr., age 78, of Oak Ridge, died Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, at his home.

James H. Gibson Jr., age 78, of Oak Ridge, died Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, at his home.

He was born Oct. 17, 1934, the son of James H. and Georgie Dearman Gibson.

Mr. Gibson was a 1953 graduate of Oak Ridge High School where he played varsity baseball. He served his country in the U.S. Army and retired from Y-12.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Little Gibson, and great-granddaughter, Abby Gibson.

He is survived by sons, James Kenny Gibson of Atlanta, Ga., Greg Gibson of Knoxville and James H. Gibson III of Oliver Springs; daughter, Stacie Bourff and son-in-law, Glen Bourff of Oliver Springs; brother, Sid Gibson and wife Peggy of Oak Ridge; and several grandchildren.

He is also survived by his former wife, Peggy Justice Gibson of Oliver Springs.

A graveside service will be held at 11a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, at Oak Ridge Memorial Park with the Rev. Mark Walton officiating.

Weatherford Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements. An on-line guest book can be signed at www.weatherfordmortuary.com.